Meslier - 7. Couple of really good saves to keep Wolves out. Held on to the ones straight at him. Just gave possession away once or twice cheaply at the beginning of the 2nd half. Other than that, a great start for him.
Kristensen - 6. Strangely outmuscled for Wolves opener but was super strong in the air, should have won a penalty and linked up really well with Aaronson going forward. Fantastic tackle to deny Wolves a 1 v 1 2nd half. Solid debut but unfortunately his mistake for the goal. More to come from this fella.
Koch - 6. Defended OK individually. Passing was erratic at times and his partnership with Llorente looks a little disjointed at times.
Llorente - 6. Caught upfield for the Woves goal and similarly to Koch won a lot of his individual duels. Needs to work on that partnership with Koch though. Brought the ball out well for Bamfords headed chance.
Struijk - 6. Out of position at LB and lacks a bit of pace. Saying that he gave us some physical presence and has the passing ability to play there. Overall a solid game, just his mobility that he struggles with out wide.
Adams - 8. A little yorkshire terrier in the middle. Broke up play, selfless running to make space for others. Great engine. A proper players player. His teammates will love him if he carries on like that.
Roca - 6. He could be one of those players you have to see live to appreciate the work he does without the ball. A bit like Klich. Didn't notice him massively in the game but I'm guessing he spent alot of time in the back line whilst the full backs pushed up. Wasted possession a couple of times but he has certainly improved our competitiveness in the central area from last season. One to watch.
Rodrigo - 8. A continual frustration for me. Picked up some fantastic positions, got past his marker often enough, got us up the field and obviously is a good player. He then overhits the final pass and sulks when subbed as the game slips away. Frustrating. However, scored by hitting it hard and low and he was the driving force behind that first half performance. Energy levels dipped after half time and the game passed him by as Wolves dominated.
Harrison - 8. Put in 2 or 3 world class crosses throughout the game. Happy to take players on and doesn't give up when it doesn't work. Tireless performance and should be given assist for Rodrigos goal. Newcastle need to double their offer just to buy his left leg.
Bamford - 7. Still looked a little short of match sharpness but put himself about and supplied a great cross for the winner. More to come from him as he really gets sharp.
Aaronson - 9. MOM. Full of energy, full of quality and tailor made for the PL. If he stays fit and plays like this we will be looking upwards rather than behind us this season. Well done recruitment team.
Subs.
Klich - 8. Pretty much the match winner imo. We were struggling to get out of our box when he was put on. He not only calmed us down and kept the ball, he led the press, was aggressive, wound up the Wolves players and played a lovely weighted pass through to Bamford for the winner. Turned a possible loss in to a much needed 3 points. Great impact.
Greenwood - 6. Decent little cameo from him. Kept it neat and tidy, did his job and managed the game until the end with a bit of professionalism winding down the clock. This lad might turn into a great little midfielder.
Gelhardt - n/a. Just tore about up front ensuring Wolves couldn't build any real momentum.
Summerville - n/a. same as Gelhardt. Showed a lovely turn of pace on the right to release a bit of pressure. One to watch this season if he gets minutes.
Marsch - 7. Players look to be pumped up playing the new system. Even Rodrigo looked like a man possessed. Only criticism was the midfield should have been changed earlier as it was clear Rodrigo had run himself in to the ground. Saying that, the decision to put on Klich was a genius move as I didn't think he would have the pace to keep up with the technical Wolves attackers. Bonus points for chasing Lage off the pitch at the end.
Comments welcome boys.
Kristensen - 6. Strangely outmuscled for Wolves opener but was super strong in the air, should have won a penalty and linked up really well with Aaronson going forward. Fantastic tackle to deny Wolves a 1 v 1 2nd half. Solid debut but unfortunately his mistake for the goal. More to come from this fella.
Koch - 6. Defended OK individually. Passing was erratic at times and his partnership with Llorente looks a little disjointed at times.
Llorente - 6. Caught upfield for the Woves goal and similarly to Koch won a lot of his individual duels. Needs to work on that partnership with Koch though. Brought the ball out well for Bamfords headed chance.
Struijk - 6. Out of position at LB and lacks a bit of pace. Saying that he gave us some physical presence and has the passing ability to play there. Overall a solid game, just his mobility that he struggles with out wide.
Adams - 8. A little yorkshire terrier in the middle. Broke up play, selfless running to make space for others. Great engine. A proper players player. His teammates will love him if he carries on like that.
Roca - 6. He could be one of those players you have to see live to appreciate the work he does without the ball. A bit like Klich. Didn't notice him massively in the game but I'm guessing he spent alot of time in the back line whilst the full backs pushed up. Wasted possession a couple of times but he has certainly improved our competitiveness in the central area from last season. One to watch.
Rodrigo - 8. A continual frustration for me. Picked up some fantastic positions, got past his marker often enough, got us up the field and obviously is a good player. He then overhits the final pass and sulks when subbed as the game slips away. Frustrating. However, scored by hitting it hard and low and he was the driving force behind that first half performance. Energy levels dipped after half time and the game passed him by as Wolves dominated.
Harrison - 8. Put in 2 or 3 world class crosses throughout the game. Happy to take players on and doesn't give up when it doesn't work. Tireless performance and should be given assist for Rodrigos goal. Newcastle need to double their offer just to buy his left leg.
Bamford - 7. Still looked a little short of match sharpness but put himself about and supplied a great cross for the winner. More to come from him as he really gets sharp.
Aaronson - 9. MOM. Full of energy, full of quality and tailor made for the PL. If he stays fit and plays like this we will be looking upwards rather than behind us this season. Well done recruitment team.
Subs.
Klich - 8. Pretty much the match winner imo. We were struggling to get out of our box when he was put on. He not only calmed us down and kept the ball, he led the press, was aggressive, wound up the Wolves players and played a lovely weighted pass through to Bamford for the winner. Turned a possible loss in to a much needed 3 points. Great impact.
Greenwood - 6. Decent little cameo from him. Kept it neat and tidy, did his job and managed the game until the end with a bit of professionalism winding down the clock. This lad might turn into a great little midfielder.
Gelhardt - n/a. Just tore about up front ensuring Wolves couldn't build any real momentum.
Summerville - n/a. same as Gelhardt. Showed a lovely turn of pace on the right to release a bit of pressure. One to watch this season if he gets minutes.
Marsch - 7. Players look to be pumped up playing the new system. Even Rodrigo looked like a man possessed. Only criticism was the midfield should have been changed earlier as it was clear Rodrigo had run himself in to the ground. Saying that, the decision to put on Klich was a genius move as I didn't think he would have the pace to keep up with the technical Wolves attackers. Bonus points for chasing Lage off the pitch at the end.
Comments welcome boys.
.....now for Lanzarote a happy oldschool 
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